The Age of Bede Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Who did Bede report was chosen to replace Ceolfrith? (from Chapter 3, Bede, Lives of the Abbots of Wearmouth and Jarrow)

Brendan.

Sigfrith.

Hwaetberht.

Eosterwine.

2.

To what cause does Bede claim Benedict devoted himself after he traveled to Rome to visit the tombs of the Apostles? (from Chapter 3, Bede, Lives of the Abbots of Wearmouth and Jarrow)

To training priestly aspirants to what is now known as the "Benedictine Order".

To the interpretation and preaching of the Gospel.

Making known the forms of church life he witnessed in Rome.

To the translation and writing of scripture.

3.

What miracle does Stephanus report that Wilfrid performed during the construction of the church at Hexham? (from Chapter 2, Eddius Stephanus: Life of Wilfred)

He prayed for God's provision of favorable weather and the project did not lose a day due to foul weather.

He healed through prayer a workman who fell from working on the highest part of the walls in the church.

He prayed for the health of the workers and all of them kept their health throughout the project.

He prayed over a pile of stones used in the construction and the pile was not exhausted until the church was completed.

4.

How did a dignified old man communicate to Brendan's party while observing a vow of silence, according to the anonymous author? (from Chapter 5, The Voyage of Saint Brendan)

Through sending this thoughts directly to Brendan's mind.

Through angels who kept a close vigil with him.

Through birds who knew his thoughts.

Through hand gestures.

5.

Why does the anonymous author claim that King Egfrith donated the resources for building another church and monastery? (from Chapter 4, The Anonymous History of Abbot Ceolfrith)

For the redemption of his soul.

To set an example of the support his subjects should give to Christianity.

To show appreciation to Ceolfrith for healing his wife.

To bring the blessings of God on his reign.

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